The 2019 Real Men Wear Pink Kickoff party on Jan. 31 featured an introduction of the “2019 Real Men,” hand- selected business leaders, that give a leadership role in the fight against breast cancer. The event included hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, live music and a bourbon auction. Special entertainment was provided by The Hams. Photos by Jordan Wald. … [Read more...]
BCRFA Presents $1 Million Donation to O’Neal Cancer Center
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama presented its largest donation to date, amounting in $1 million dollars, to the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham on Jan. 18 at a luncheon at The Club. “The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama is critical in making our breast cancer research program one of the best in … [Read more...]
Homewood Hopes to Blow the Lid Off State Tax Caps
By William C. Singleton III Homewood officials hope to join Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills and Huntsville as the only Alabama cities exempted from the state’s Lid Law. But for that to happen, voters throughout Jefferson County would have to put on their stamp of approval. When county residents go to the polls Nov. 6, they will be asked to approve a constitutional amendment … [Read more...]
Starting from Scratch: Ashley Tarver’s New Business Rekindles Her Love for Cooking
By Donna Cornelius Ashley Tarver’s eyes light up when she talks about her new business. The Vestavia Hills native recently launched Domestica, which offers meal prep, kitchen reorganization and even grocery shopping. “I’m a private chef without the expense,” she said. Tarver isn’t one to shy away from new adventures. Before starting Domestica, she sharpened her culinary … [Read more...]
Mike’s Team: Mike Slive Foundation Hosts Sports-Centric Fundraiser to Support Prostate Cancer Research
At the I’m With Mike fundraiser Sept. 27, the Mike Slive Foundation for Prostate Cancer Research offered up the perfect atmosphere for sports lovers at the Alys Stephens Center. Hosted by Paul Finebaum, the evening celebrated the life of the late Mike Slive and his foundation’s mission to promote and advocate for prostate cancer research. Special guests in attendance … [Read more...]